Dell 1427 setup guide Connect the Network Cable Optional

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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop

Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

To establish a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.

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Contents Inspiron Page Inspiron January F243R Contents Finding More Information and Resources Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows Vista Windows Vista SetupSetting Up a Wireless Internet Connection in Windows Vista Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setupClick Start → Connect To Click Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows VistaRight Side View Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side View PCI-Express Card slot Supports 54mm PCI- Express Cards VGA connector Connects to a monitor or projectorFront view Status/Power light Power blue Back view Battery Battery release latch Battery lock switch Removing and Replacing the BatteryProductivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing the Desktop in Windows VistaBacking Up Data Personalize power settingsTroubleshooting Network ProblemsCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Troubleshooting Power ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Run the Dell Diagnostics see the Dell Diagnostics onClick Applications If a program stops respondingClick End Task If the computer stops respondingIf you have other software problems If a solid blue screen appears TurnComputer off Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsYou can restore your operating system in the following ways System RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Starting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Select a keyboard layout and click NextClick Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Click Finish to reboot the system Reinstalling the Operating System Before you BeginTo reinstall Windows, you need the following items Reinstalling Windows Vista Getting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onTechnical Support and Customer Service Online ServicesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Anonymous file transfer protocol FTP· ftp. dell. com Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support. dell. com Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAccess technical support and product help Find safety/best practices information for yourComputer Homepage atSystem Model Dell Inspiron SpecificationsProcessor MemoryBuses Computer InformationWidth Flash Eprom PCI Bus Bits CommunicationsAudio Ports and ConnectorsSize DisplayViewing Angles KeyboardCamera optional BatteryTouch pad Charge time approximateTemperature range DimensionsAC Adapter Physical 58 kg 5 lbOperating To 35C 41 to 95F Storage 20 to 60C To 149F Relative humidity maximum Operating 10% to 90% Computer EnvironmentStorage To 95% Altitude maximumIndex Setup Memory problems ProductsNetwork connection Fixing Setup Power problemsIndex Page 0F243RA00

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